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Acetaminophen while pregnant is associated with child behavioral problems

Acetaminophen while pregnant is associated with child behavioral problems

Acetaminophen while pregnant is associated with child behavioral problems, according to new research from the United Kingdom. Evie Stergiakouli, Ph.D., of the University of Bristol, United Kingdom, and coauthors looked at data from 7,796 mothers and studied the associations between acetaminophen intake and child behavioral problems. The study abstract reported […]

by August 16, 2016
Walnut blueberry smoothie for breastfeeding moms

Walnut blueberry smoothie for breastfeeding moms

This walnut blueberry smoothie for breastfeeding moms is loaded with nutrition to keep you and your baby healthy. Breastfeeding is the best source of nutrition for infants, hands down. It is the perfect blend of vitamins, proteins, and healthy fats, all designed to help your baby grow. Research has shown […]

by July 22, 2016
5 foods to avoid while breastfeeding

5 foods to avoid while breastfeeding

5 foods to avoid while breastfeeding Breastfeeding is the best source of nutrition for infants, hands down. It is the perfect blend of vitamins, proteins, and healthy fats, all designed to help your baby grow. Research has shown that breastfeeding can help develop the immune systems of infants as well. […]

by July 16, 2016
EWG: The hidden danger in breakfast cereals

EWG: The hidden danger in breakfast cereals

EWG: The hidden danger in breakfast cereals Did you know that there is a hidden danger in breakfast cereals? A new report from the Environmental Working Group shows that there is hidden sugar in breakfast cereals that companies may not be reporting. The dangers of sugar are well documented. Recent […]

by June 30, 2016
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Green tea could help treat Down syndrome

Green tea could help treat Down syndrome A compound found in green tea could help treat Down syndrome, according to a new study from researchers at the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) in Barcelona, Spain. According to the Mayo Clinic: According to study co-leader Dr. Mara Dierssen, cognitive impairments from […]

by June 21, 2016
New sleep guidelines for children of all ages

New sleep guidelines for children of all ages

New sleep guidelines for children of all ages The American Academy of Sleep Medicine has developed new sleep guidelines for children of all ages. These brand new recommendations come with an endorsement from The American Academy of Pediatrics as well. Let’s take a look at the new sleep guidelines for […]

by June 19, 2016
Antibiotics are detrimental to breast-feeding benefits

Antibiotics are detrimental to breast-feeding benefits

Antibiotics are detrimental to breast-feeding benefits Antibiotics are detrimental to breast-feeding benefits, according to new research from the University of Helsinki in Finland. The researchers found that antibiotics are detrimental to breast-feeding benefits because babies who were prescribed the medications were more susceptible to infections and obesity. “In breast milk, […]

by June 18, 2016
Autism is not just a brain disorder

Autism is not just a brain disorder

Autism is not just a brain disorder Autism is not just a brain disorder, according to new research from the journal Cell. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a range of complex neurodevelopment disorders. This disorder is characterized by social impairments, trouble with communication, and restricted, repetitive stereotyped patterns of behavior. […]

by June 15, 2016